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According to Werner's theory of coordination compounds, which of the following terms refers to the central atom or ion in a coordination entity?
According to Werner's theory of coordination compounds, which of the following terms refers to the central atom or ion in a coordination entity?
- Ligand
- Homoleptic
- Coordination number
- Central atom/ion (correct)
What is the term used to describe the number of ligands bonded to the central atom or ion in a coordination compound?
What is the term used to describe the number of ligands bonded to the central atom or ion in a coordination compound?
- Coordination number (correct)
- Coordination polyhedron
- Coordination sphere
- Oxidation number
Which theory explains the nature of bonding in coordination compounds in terms of overlapping atomic orbitals?
Which theory explains the nature of bonding in coordination compounds in terms of overlapping atomic orbitals?
- Crystal Field theory
- Valence Bond theory (correct)
- Coordination theory
- Werner's theory
What is the term used to describe a coordination compound in which all the ligands are the same?
What is the term used to describe a coordination compound in which all the ligands are the same?
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What is the term used to describe a coordination compound in which the ligands are different?
What is the term used to describe a coordination compound in which the ligands are different?
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